Iranian-Style Herb Rice

Name: Iranian-Style Herb Rice
Ingredients: 1 large pinch of saffron threads; Salt; 2 cups white basmati rice, soaked in cold water for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours; 1 stalk spring garlic or 1 leek, thoroughly cleaned; 4 tablespoons butter, cut into chunks; ¼ cup olive oil; 2 bunches of scallions, thinly sliced, green and white parts separated; 1 bunch of dill, finely chopped; 1 bunch of parsley, finely chopped; 1 bunch of cilantro, finely chopped; Damkoni (rice bonnet) or kitchen towel, heat diffuser

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Sabzi polo is a fragrant Iranian herb rice that is steeped in tradition and history. Infused with saffron, it boasts a sweet, spicy taste.

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Ingredients

1 large pinch of saffron threads
Salt
2 cups white basmati rice, soaked in cold water for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours
1 stalk spring garlic or 1 leek, thoroughly cleaned
4 tablespoons butter, cut into chunks
¼ cup olive oil
2 bunches of scallions, thinly sliced, green and white parts separated
1 bunch of dill, finely chopped
1 bunch of parsley, finely chopped
1 bunch of cilantro, finely chopped
Damkoni (rice bonnet) or kitchen towel, heat diffuser